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Japanese Tea House
Japanese Tea House
Field Outdoor SpacesField Outdoor Spaces
The teahouse goes well with the fence.
デザイン浴槽「ERN Series」
デザイン浴槽「ERN Series」
株式会社アステック株式会社アステック
1988年に創業し、ホテル・旅館・介護施設・個人住宅・マンション向けにオーダー浴槽をはじめ、デザイン浴槽、ユニットバス、シャワーユニット等、独自の開発に基づくオリジナルな設計思想をもとに、お風呂まわりをトータルにサポートする浴槽メーカーです。
Outdoor Yoga Studio
Outdoor Yoga Studio
J & T Tile and RenovationsJ & T Tile and Renovations
Find the right local pro for your project
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Exotic Decking, Stairs, and Privacy Screen
Exotic Decking, Stairs, and Privacy Screen
Kayu Canada Inc.Kayu Canada Inc.
A Red Balau Batu deck and privacy screen might be what your backyard needs. The exotic hardwood really makes your yard feel like a tropical paradise. Located in Calgary, Alberta Supplied by Kayu Canada Inc.
Outdoor Spaces
Outdoor Spaces
Lowe's Home ImprovementLowe's Home Improvement
Build this low deck for entertaining or relaxing in your yard. Attatch a pergola and some white outdoor curtains for a truly Zen experience.
Tarrytown House
Tarrytown House
Webber + Studio, ArchitectsWebber + Studio, Architects
© Tom McConnell Photography
Sakamoto Project
Sakamoto Project
Applewood LandscapingApplewood Landscaping
stain fence, timber tech, plants, 18x18 shade sail, seating area, trellis, techo bloc
Eclectic Southern
Eclectic Southern
Puru- Home EnsemblePuru- Home Ensemble
I saw the future of this room as soon as I entered it. This place is an exact reflection of the passion, and ambition of people living inside it. Puru vibed well with this fun-loving, easy-going, neophile south Indian family, who love their culture as much as they miss it. From a terrace with a view of Pashan hills to a courtyard filled with memories of a childhood in South India. Puru translated and transformed this place into desire. We always have a design for desire. A clever design converts vacant spaces into a meaningful environment. However, we had our work cut out, matching the feel with the perfect picture for this place. One of the walls that were already painted by our clients and their children gave us an opportunity to add some traditional elements in the best and the most soulful way. This design is a cohesive collection of exploring new horizons and protecting the old heritage. Eventually, the birds took shelter above the clouds and inside this paradise. The family took pride in celebrating their promised land. And we took care of building it all.
Split Level Travertine Patio and Ipe Deck with Cable Railing
Split Level Travertine Patio and Ipe Deck with Cable Railing
Mediterrasian LandscapesMediterrasian Landscapes
Mid-Century Backyard
Mid-Century Backyard
Pacific Garden DesignPacific Garden Design
While these homeowners' 1966 Asian-inspired rancher was built for entertaining, the backyard wasn't living up to its potential. A combination of crumbling composite and wood decks wasn't functional and had become an eyesore, so they were replaced with an expanded single-level PVC deck. A new paver patio features a sunken fire pit and inset bench rocks, providing further space for entertaining. Additionally, a paver path wraps around the existing retaining wall and ramps up to the deck, providing a barrier-free entry to the house that will enable the homeowners to age in place.
Kelvin Grove Residence
Kelvin Grove Residence
Kieron Gait ArchitectsKieron Gait Architects
Builder - Plus Build Photographer - Christopher F Jones
ラスティックなアトリエカフェの家
ラスティックなアトリエカフェの家
UserUser
Backyard Deck
Backyard Deck
cblandfordcblandford
Progress Photo - Before stain and railing Bamboo wall privacy wall
La Divina
La Divina
Pedro Ojeda, ArquitectoPedro Ojeda, Arquitecto
Rooftop Garden with swimming pool and deck
Pagoda
Pagoda
Otoniel Solis Inc.Otoniel Solis Inc.
Exterior
Exterior
Bliss Home and DesignBliss Home and Design
折れ屋根の家
折れ屋根の家
株式会社岸研一建築設計事務所株式会社岸研一建築設計事務所
施工事例
施工事例
株式会社　中山源太郎商店株式会社　中山源太郎商店
セランガンバツのウッドデッキ （設計：TTA+A 高橋利明建築設計事務所）
Asiatisch Terrasse
Asiatisch Terrasse

World-Inspired Terrace Ideas and Designs

There’s nothing quite like an outdoor space with a view and if you’re elevated up high then there’s more chance of getting that view. Even if you’re not blessed with a natural view from your home, an elevated space outdoors will at least give you the chance to survey the land in front of you; whether that’s a few square metres or whole acres! A terrace is one way of achieving this as it gives you the flat surface of a patio but elevated; either on a flat roof, as decking in your garden, or extending out from your house at ground level or higher. Whether a world-inspired terrace is your only outside space and you want it to function as a garden or you’ll be using it as a dining or seating area, there are all sorts of world-inspired design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a world-inspired roof garden?

UK homeowners are resourceful when it comes to outside space and will make the most of anything they can get their hands on, so it’s no wonder that in urban areas and cities we look to the roof for a place to get some rays. A world-inspired roof terrace can work in just the same way as a decking area, but you just may need a few extra elements to make it more comfortable – a way of shading an area from the sun, perhaps a parasol or sun shade, a touch of green to break up the stark nature of a roof, and a drainage system that will stop rain water collecting in colder months. If you want to create a whole garden on your roof you’ll be a little more restricted than when on ground level. Plants may have to remain potted, but you can find companies that design and install green roofs – systems that allow plants to be planted into the roof surface. However, green roofs can be costly and tricky to install, so stick to pots and raised flower beds if you want to stay on the safe side. Loungers, deck chairs and rattan chairs are great pieces of roof garden furniture as they’re portable and can be moved around your rooftop garden easily; perfect for sun chasers. However, if you want to create a larger sense of space for your roof terrace design, think about built-in benches or seating around the sides or a corner of your roof garden.

What to consider when designing garden decking

A decked garden area may look simple once finished, but there are so many factors to consider when it comes to putting together decking ideas. You’ll need to think about the materials you want to use, the balustrades or railings you might choose, whether you will have a raised deck and decking steps, and whether you want decking lights.

Which decking material is best?

Composite decking is a popular choice for outdoor deck material because it offers a combination of practicality and style. The boards are made of wood and plastic fibres so that the classic wooden look is kept but the plastic fibres mean they will be much more durable and easier to maintain than traditional hardwood. If you can’t resist the natural look and feel of hardwood decking boards, then yellow balau, iroko and ipe decking are suitable outdoor boards that will give you the classic feel of a traditional wooden deck. Remember, with hardwood decking you will regularly need to treat the wood to keep it clean, waterproofed and to maintain the colour. As wood is usually more of an investment than composite or plastic decking, it’s a good idea to speak to decking specialists or timber merchants because they will be able to advise you on the best wood for your design and how best to treat it. You may find that different decking materials are better to suited to different types of terraces; whether that’s on a roof, in the garden or on a balcony. Whether you are designing a terrace, balcony or decked garden area from scratch, or just looking to decorate what you already have, take a look through the photos on Houzz to find terrace and balcony ideas and inspiration.
River House Hawaii
River House Hawaii
Tropical Architecture Group, Inc.Tropical Architecture Group, Inc.
Deck overlooking lotus pond
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